Kevin De Bruyne would be a hit at Chelsea, says Genk manager

Genk starlet Kevin De Bruyne has been tipped to shine at Chelsea should he eventually make his protracted move to Stamford Bridge â by his own manager Mario Been.

Talent: Genk’s Kevin De Bruyne (Picture: AFP/Getty Images)

The Dutch coach knows he’ll be unable to hold on to the 20-year-old wonderkid for much longer, and has graciously backed De Bruyne to be a hit at the Blues if he finally makes the switch to the Premier League.

âHis name is already in England. He’s a great player. Very young and talented,â said Been.

âI think he’d do great if he went to England – in the Chelsea squad.â

However, the Blues are expected to renew their interest in De Bruyne, possibly as early as January, and could launch a straight cash bid worth as much as £12million in order to tempt Genk into selling.

The Belgian sensation has four goals in 12 appearances this season, which includes a hat-trick in Genkâs epic 5-4 win away at FC Bruges.